Mettis design, manufacture and assemble precision forged and machined components at our fully integrated facility in the heart of the UK. Our vision is not only to be the best at what we do but to continually set new standards in the industry by investing and innovating. That’s why we have been pioneers in our industry for over seventy years.
We are forging the future today.
About the Role
The Technical requirements Engineer will be an integral part of the Quality function and will play a critical role in ensuring the correct processing and release of customer orders into the manufacturing environment at Mettis. This is a technically demanding role requiring a deep understanding of aerospace specifications, including those relating to metal forming, heat treatment, and other NADCAP-designated special processes used throughout the Mettis manufacturing operation.
You will review technical aspects of customer contracts, drawings, and documentation, integrating customer requirements with Mettis standard processes to produce accurate, compliant, and cost-effective methods of manufacture. You will also be responsible for raising and maintaining manufacturing routes, Bills of Materials, and stock descriptions using the EFACS business management system, ensuring alignment with internal and customer-driven change processes.
As a condition of employment successful candidates are required to satisfy ITAR (International Traffic In Arms Regulations) compliance and must fulfil the following before commencing this role:
i. Currently hold the legal Right to Work in the UK
ii. Fulfil a DBS clearance
iii. Provide a consistent 5-year UK domicile
iv. Pass Drugs & Alcohol screening at the start of their Mettis employment
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Perform technical contract reviews on received orders to confirm compliance with all customer contractual and specification requirements
Review drawings, specifications, and customer documentation to extract all necessary technical requirements
Generate complete methods of manufacture for new projects in line with customer specifications, Mettis processes, and internal cost standards
Modify existing methods of manufacture to support changes to materials, processes, or customer requirements
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and accurate stock extended descriptions aligned with customer technical standards
Raise and maintain manufacturing routes in EFACS in line with quoted methods and customer specifications
Update manufacturing methods in EFACS in response to customer change notifications or internal Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and cross-functional project teams
Review and support customer-specific approval documentation.
Raise customer-specific change request documents for new or existing product
Confirm specification issue control between Mettis documentation and customer documents
Integrate in-house process improvements and engineering developments into updated methods
Revise system records to reflect changes to material, operations, routing, or subcontract requirements
Communicate effectively with internal teams, customers, and key stakeholders
Stamp or endorse documentation where required (e.g., FAIR, Engineering, Laboratory attention)
Participate in cross-functional meetings to support order fulfilment and technical decision‑making
Ensure the latest revisions of international and customer specifications are controlled, distributed for approval, and uploaded to the intranet
Safety Responsibilities
Comply with EHS and legislative standards
Follow PPE and safety policy requirements
Adhere to occupational health requirements
Promote and uphold safe working practices
Participate in risk assessments and support near‑miss identification and mitigation
Quality Responsibilities
Ensure customer technical and quality information is accurately incorporated into methods of manufacture
Support quality compliance through method accuracy, specification control, and clear documentation
Integrate Quality Instructions, SOPs, and care points to enhance process capability
Support continuous improvement through effective collaboration with Quality and Engineering teams
Delivery Responsibilities
Ensure timely creation and update of manufacturing methods to support on-time order fulfilment
Support internal teams with accurate, approved documentation and routing information
Cost Responsibilities
Ensure methods are efficient and aligned with internal cost standards
Support reduction of scrap and rework by ensuring process accuracy and adherence
Improve internal processes through technical insight and effective change management
People Responsibilities
Work collaboratively across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Customer teams
Maintain high standards of communication at all levels
Comply with all Mettis HR policies and procedures
Business Responsibilities
Act as an ambassador for Mettis internally and externally
Role model the company’s Vision, Mission, and Values
Qualifications
Essential:
Engineering degree or equivalent relevant technical experience
Strong understanding of aerospace specifications, including metal forming, heat treatment, and special processes
Familiarity with customer-driven approval methodologies (FPA, FMMDS, CNF, FCF, etc.)
Experience in generating or maintaining manufacturing methods or routing documents
Competent in interpreting engineering drawings and customer specifications.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
Desirable:
Experience within aerospace or a high-compliance manufacturing environment
Knowledge of NADCAP processes
Experience using EFACS or similar ERP/MRP systems
Understanding of forging and hot metal forming processes
Required Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks
Understanding of document control and change management processes
Ability to work methodically in a high‑compliance environment
Action‑oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours: M-T 07:30 – 16:30 & F 07:30 – 12:30
Benefits
Pension: 3% Employer & 5% Employee contribution
Employee benefits, rewards, and wellbeing platform (Perkbox)
Free on-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
Bereavement leave
Company events
Employee referral programme
Sick pay
This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed periodically in agreement with the job holder. The postholder must comply with all policies and procedures issued by or on behalf of Mettis Aerospace.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mettis Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
